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Who built the famous Jama Masjid in Delhi?
The magnificent Jama Masjid in Delhi was commissioned by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. Construction commenced in 1644 and was completed fourteen years later. Located in the heart of Shahjahanabad (Old Delhi), the mosque was designed to accommodate over 25,000 worshippers, emphasizing Shah Jahan's rRead more
The magnificent Jama Masjid in Delhi was commissioned by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. Construction commenced in 1644 and was completed fourteen years later. Located in the heart of Shahjahanabad (Old Delhi), the mosque was designed to accommodate over 25,000 worshippers, emphasizing Shah Jahan’s religious devotion and architectural ambition. The structure is celebrated for its imposing red sandstone and white marble construction, three large gates and twin minarets, symbolizing the grandeur of Mughal spiritual and imperial authority.
See lessUnder whose direction was the Persian translation of the Mahabharata done during Akbar’s reign? (A) Abul Fazal (B) Faizi (C) Utbi (D) Naziri
The Persian translation of the Hindu epic Mahabharata was commissioned by Emperor Akbar and was principally directed by Faizi (Shaikh Faizi). Faizi was the Poet Laureate (Malik-ush-Shu'ara) of Akbar’s court. The completed Persian work was titled the 'Razmnama' (Book of Wars). This translation was aRead more
The Persian translation of the Hindu epic Mahabharata was commissioned by Emperor Akbar and was principally directed by Faizi (Shaikh Faizi). Faizi was the Poet Laureate (Malik-ush-Shu’ara) of Akbar’s court. The completed Persian work was titled the ‘Razmnama’ (Book of Wars). This translation was a monumental undertaking, involving a team of scholars including Badauni and was a key component of Akbar’s Translation Bureau (Maktab Khana), reflecting his policy of making indigenous literature accessible to the Persian-speaking elite.
See lessWhat name did Zahiruddin Muhammad change to after becoming the Mughal ruler of India?
Zahiruddin Muhammad adopted the well-known name Babur (meaning 'tiger' or 'lion') when he came to power. Born in Fergana in Central Asia, he was a direct descendant of Timur. After years of struggle, he captured Kabul in 1504 and, following the decisive First Battle of Panipat in 1526, he establisheRead more
Zahiruddin Muhammad adopted the well-known name Babur (meaning ‘tiger’ or ‘lion’) when he came to power. Born in Fergana in Central Asia, he was a direct descendant of Timur. After years of struggle, he captured Kabul in 1504 and, following the decisive First Battle of Panipat in 1526, he established himself as the first Mughal ruler of India. He is celebrated for his military genius, his detailed autobiography, the Baburnama and for founding one of the world’s most enduring empires.
See lessThe ‘Dahsala settlement’ is related to whom?
The 'Dahsala settlement' is attributed to Raja Todar Mal, the esteemed Diwan-i-Ashraf (Finance Minister) of Emperor Akbar. Implemented in 1580, it was a refinement of Sher Shah's Zabti system. This highly efficient revenue system calculated the state's share by averaging the yield and local prices oRead more
The ‘Dahsala settlement’ is attributed to Raja Todar Mal, the esteemed Diwan-i-Ashraf (Finance Minister) of Emperor Akbar. Implemented in 1580, it was a refinement of Sher Shah’s Zabti system. This highly efficient revenue system calculated the state’s share by averaging the yield and local prices of various crops over the preceding ten years (Dah-sala). The primary goal was to ensure accurate assessment, reduce corruption and provide a stable, predictable income for the empire.
The correct answer is (A) Todar Mal.
See lessWho assassinated Abul Fazl on Jahangir’s orders? (A) The Uzbeks (B) The Afghans (C) Vir Singh Bundela (D) The Yusufzais
Abul Fazl, the brilliant author of the Akbarnama, was assassinated in 1602 by the Bundela chief Vir Singh Bundela. The assassination was orchestrated by Prince Salim (Jahangir), who was in open revolt against his father, Akbar. Salim considered Abul Fazl his most formidable political enemy and the mRead more
Abul Fazl, the brilliant author of the Akbarnama, was assassinated in 1602 by the Bundela chief Vir Singh Bundela. The assassination was orchestrated by Prince Salim (Jahangir), who was in open revolt against his father, Akbar. Salim considered Abul Fazl his most formidable political enemy and the main person poisoning Akbar’s mind against him. Vir Singh Bundela was heavily rewarded by Salim upon his ascension to the throne, underscoring the political nature of the murder.
The correct answer is (C) Vir Singh Bundela.
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